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Local Holiday-Themed Beers & Ciders in Tucson (Winter 2024)

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Local Holiday-Themed Beers & Ciders in Tucson (Winter 2024)

by Matt SternerDec 19, 20242 min read
For some, the year seemed to fly by faster than a toupee in a hurricane. The holidays are in full swing here in Tucson with dinner reservations filling up fast, holiday cocktails warming bellies, and some local businesses gearin’ up to open their doors on Christmas day. Plus, a lot of things are limited around this time of year and that includes holiday brews. Here’s a list of a few festive beers and ciders you ought to try before they’re gone (some are available all year).
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Barrio Brewing Co.

800 East 16th StreetDowntown

AmericanPub Food
Grab a pint of Nolan’s Porter at the oldest brewery in town. First brewed in 1994 to commemorate the birth of the Brewmaster’s son, the beer is dark, rich, complex, and full of flavor — delivering a palate of roasted malt flavor with a touch of chocolate on the finish.
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Button Brew House

6800 North Camino MartinMarana

Beer
The Marana brewery currently has its Pumpkin Pie on tap — it's a red/amber brew waiting to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. " "We love pumpkin pie so much that we found a way to infuse a pumpkin pie recipe into a beer! Malty flavors and aromas of toasted bread and caramel pair perfectly with pumpkin pie giving it a fresh baked aroma and flavor for the Fall & Winter seasons. Try it with whipped cream on top, cheers!"
Website ↗Instagram ↗(520) 268-8543
Also featured inWhere to Eat in Southern MaranaThe Essential Foodie Guide to MaranaCheers! A Guide to Local Breweries in Tucson

Crooked Tooth Brewing Company

228 East 6th StreetDowntown

Craft BeerBrewery
On Saturday, December 21, Crooked Tooth is releasing its brand-new Solstice Black IPA.  "Upon this Winter Solstice, we invite you to join us Saturday, the 21st, in offerings of celebration, community, and intention setting as we near the end of the year upon the darkest night of Winter."
Website ↗Instagram ↗(520) 444-5305
Also featured inWhere I Eat in Tucson (and What I Order)What I Order and Eat in Tucson as EditorCheers! A Guide to Local Breweries in Tucson

MotoSonora Brewing Company

1015 South Park AvenueDowntown

Earlier this month, author Monte Hill released her new novel "Catbird Winter" and MotoSonora unveiled its new tropical rye IPA with the same name. During the beer release/book release party, proceeds benefitted the ongoing flood relief efforts in North Carolina. "Great book, great beer, and great cause? What isn’t to like?"
Website ↗Instagram ↗(520) 416-6686
Also featured inWhere I Eat in Tucson (and What I Order)The Ultimate Tucson Restaurant Bucket ListCheers! A Guide to Local Breweries in Tucson

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Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

115 East Broadway BoulevardDowntown

Celebrate the arrival of winter in the desert with Pueblo Vida's newest release of Foraged. "This unique hazy IPA gets a little something extra added each time it is brewed. This batch features blood orange juice, adding a splash of sweet citrus to the white peach hop flavor."
Website ↗Instagram ↗(520) 576-3830
Also featured inWhere I Eat in Tucson (and What I Order)Where to Eat & Drink in Downtown TucsonWhat I Order and Eat in Tucson as Editor

Slow Body Beer Co.

831 E 17th StDowntown

Beer
Tucson's newest brewery recently released Hibernate — an old-school West Coast IPQ "made for our chilly Arizona winter." It's brewed with a base of pale and crystal malts and hopped at their "highest rate yet with whole cone Cascade, Chinook, and Krush cryo. New school hoppiness meets old school nostalgia at 6.7%"
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@Midtownvegandeliandmarket is a 100% plant-based restaurant and specialty grocery store in Tucson. If you haven’t stopped by yet, add it to your list and go check it out! If you have, tell us about your favorite dishes or grocery finds in the comments.💚 In this video: the Philly and the Elote Burger, this month’s burger special with fries 📍5071 E. 5th St., Tucson, Arizona@Midtownvegandeliandmarket is a 100% plant-based restaurant and specialty grocery store in Tucson. If you haven’t stopped by yet, add it to your list and go check it out! If you have, tell us about your favorite dishes or grocery finds in the comments.💚 In this video: the Philly and the Elote Burger, this month’s burger special with fries 📍5071 E. 5th St., Tucson, Arizona
OKTOBER FOODIE FEST IS THIS SATURDAY AT CORBETT’S!đŸ» We’re teaming up with @corbettstucson for a night of authentic German food, live accordion music, stein-holding/ best-dressed contests, and plenty more. Tickets include entry + five craft beer samples 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ✹ 6–11 PM 🔞 21+ ONLY đŸ„š FOOD MENU Bratwurst — $8 Schnitzel — $8 German Potato Salad — $4 Red Cabbage Salad — $4 Pretzels with Beer Cheese Dip — $6 Apple Strudel — $6 BAVARIAN PLATE — $10 Includes your choice of schnitzel OR bratwurst with sauerkraut, plus German potato salad OR red cabbage salad đŸș BREWERIES @barriobrewing, @crookedtoothbrewing, @dragoonbrewing, @motherroadbeer, @pueblovida, and @rayrayssonoran + more surprises at the event! đŸŽ¶ MUSIC BY MARK DANSKY ON ACCORDION Hosted by Ben Vernon, owner of @crookedtoothbrewing Tickets and full event details are at the link in bio. Once it’s sold out, it’s sold out!đŸŽŸïžâŁïž #tucsonfoodieOKTOBER FOODIE FEST IS THIS SATURDAY AT CORBETT’S!đŸ» We’re teaming up with @corbettstucson for a night of authentic German food, live accordion music, stein-holding/ best-dressed contests, and plenty more. Tickets include entry + five craft beer samples 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ✹ 6–11 PM 🔞 21+ ONLY đŸ„š FOOD MENU Bratwurst — $8 Schnitzel — $8 German Potato Salad — $4 Red Cabbage Salad — $4 Pretzels with Beer Cheese Dip — $6 Apple Strudel — $6 BAVARIAN PLATE — $10 Includes your choice of schnitzel OR bratwurst with sauerkraut, plus German potato salad OR red cabbage salad đŸș BREWERIES @barriobrewing, @crookedtoothbrewing, @dragoonbrewing, @motherroadbeer, @pueblovida, and @rayrayssonoran + more surprises at the event! đŸŽ¶ MUSIC BY MARK DANSKY ON ACCORDION Hosted by Ben Vernon, owner of @crookedtoothbrewing Tickets and full event details are at the link in bio. Once it’s sold out, it’s sold out!đŸŽŸïžâŁïž #tucsonfoodie
On a hierarchical tier list of comfort food, mac and cheese ranks among the top. An ideal mac and cheese blends rich creaminess with a kiss of crunch. A velvety cheese sauce coats every noodle without being lumpy or gloppy. Chefs use blend of artisanal cheeses to create depth and sharpness. Roasted poblano, salty cured meat, and crunchy breadcrumbs add texture and complexity without overwhelming the dish. The right pasta shape, such as cavatappi or shells, helps the sauce adhere better than standard elbow macaroni and offers a more toothsome bite. In this list, we highlight some of the spots with stand-out mac and cheese in Tucson. Share your favorites with us in the comments.🧀 @beyondbreadbakerycafe @charrosteak.delrey @choicegreenstucson @eclecticcafetucsonjm @hubdowntown @janetandrays @redbird_scratchkitchen @saguarocornerstucson @barnyard_az @corktucson @jackrabbitloungetucson @tridentbargrill @trulandburgers Tucsonfoodie.com #tucsonfoodieOn a hierarchical tier list of comfort food, mac and cheese ranks among the top. An ideal mac and cheese blends rich creaminess with a kiss of crunch. A velvety cheese sauce coats every noodle without being lumpy or gloppy. Chefs use blend of artisanal cheeses to create depth and sharpness. Roasted poblano, salty cured meat, and crunchy breadcrumbs add texture and complexity without overwhelming the dish. The right pasta shape, such as cavatappi or shells, helps the sauce adhere better than standard elbow macaroni and offers a more toothsome bite. In this list, we highlight some of the spots with stand-out mac and cheese in Tucson. Share your favorites with us in the comments.🧀 @beyondbreadbakerycafe @charrosteak.delrey @choicegreenstucson @eclecticcafetucsonjm @hubdowntown @janetandrays @redbird_scratchkitchen @saguarocornerstucson @barnyard_az @corktucson @jackrabbitloungetucson @tridentbargrill @trulandburgers Tucsonfoodie.com #tucsonfoodie